Lakers 108, Jazz 105: Learning Not to Rely on Bryant, Lakers Close Out Utah
Published 5/17/2008 at NYT > Pro Basketball
Led by Kobe Bryant’s 34 points, all five of the starters scored in double figures as the Lakers became only the second team this year to win a second-round playoff game away from home. >
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